as in inherent
being a part of the innermost nature of a person or thing
a cat with a hardwired compulsion to knock expensive knickknacks off of shelves
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Recent Examples of hardwired
Unlike the company’s more conventional services, like Instagram and Facebook, AI is an infrastructure technology that Zuckerberg wants hardwired into its various products, particularly as competitors like OpenAI continue to make inroads with consumers.
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Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
The whole array is hardwired to a compact power unit in the rear of the car, which converts solar power into 120-volt alternating current.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2024
Ordinarily, people who are getting an EEG must wear a skull cap equipped with a hardwired array of electrodes.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 13 Dec. 2024
The human brain is hardwired to prioritize safety over growth.
—Mark Kane, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
The whole array is hardwired to a compact power unit in the rear of the car, which converts solar power into 120-volt alternating current.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2024
Ordinarily, people who are getting an EEG must wear a skull cap equipped with a hardwired array of electrodes.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 13 Dec. 2024
The human brain is hardwired to prioritize safety over growth.
—Mark Kane, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for hardwired
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hardwired
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That kind of inherent understanding of a community in a specific geographical area, and the intricacies of their struggles, can’t be researched, only witnessed firsthand.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
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To operate a dangerous vehicle is not an inherent right but a privilege, and one that can be taken away for those who don’t exercise it responsibly.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
25 Jan. 2025
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Ola Malmqvist, who was the United States Tennis Association’s head of women’s tennis during Gauff's breakout, agrees with the players that physicality and athleticism have become more intrinsic to the tour, creating a greater gulf for teen prodigies to cross.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
18 Jan. 2025
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Finding Balance Self-Determination Theory holds that autonomy—the fundamental need to feel a sense of control and personal agency over our actions—is tightly linked to intrinsic motivation, engagement, and overall well-being.—
Spencer Dorn,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This trend reflects not only a response to compliance requirements but also a bold statement of corporate responsibility, indicating that sustainable practices are becoming integral to business strategies.—
Oyku Ilgar,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Birthright citizenship has been interpreted, repeatedly, as an integral part of the 14th Amendment.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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Healthy fats are essential for producing and regulating hormones that impact mood and memory.—
Sogol Ash, Contributor,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2025
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Get Enough Sleep Sleep is essential for overall health, and lack of sleep may increase cravings for sugary foods.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Hardwired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hardwired. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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